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Q: Matchstick's test is positive with _____.
  • A. Amla
  • B. Galls
  • C. Catechu
  • D. Myrobalan
Correct Answer: Option C - Match stick test (catechin test). A match stick is dipped in aqueous plant extract, dried near burner and moistened with concentrated hydrochloric acid on warming near flame, the matchstick wood turns pink or red due to formation of Phloroglucinol.
C. Match stick test (catechin test). A match stick is dipped in aqueous plant extract, dried near burner and moistened with concentrated hydrochloric acid on warming near flame, the matchstick wood turns pink or red due to formation of Phloroglucinol.

Explanations:

Match stick test (catechin test). A match stick is dipped in aqueous plant extract, dried near burner and moistened with concentrated hydrochloric acid on warming near flame, the matchstick wood turns pink or red due to formation of Phloroglucinol.